LISTEN
verb. 1 a make an effort to hear something. B attentively hear a person speaking. 2 (foll. By to) a give attention with the ear. B take notice of; heed. 3 (also listen out) (often foll. By for) seek to hear by waiting alertly. ? listen in 1 tap a telephonic communication. 2 use a radio receiving set. [old english]